Kayode Bankole. [Photo Credit/X].
Super Eagles and Remo Stars goalkeeper, Bankole Kayode, was ecstatic after he was included in Eric Chelle’s 23-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming fixtures, Soccernet.ng reports.
Eric Chelle was appointed as the Super Eagles head coach a few months back, and initially released a 39-man provisional squad list before a final 23-man teams was released yesterday afternoon.
Bankole, who is well known amongst the Nigerian locals in the NPFL, has been very consistent in his performances for Daniel Ogunmodede’a side, and has now been rewarded with a call-up to the National team.
Bankole, alongside Chippa United’s Stanley Nwabali and Singida Black Stars’ Amas Obasogie were Chelle’s goalkeeper picks ahead of the games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
The 22-year-old took to his X page to announce his delight after his inclusion.
“I’m more than excited and honoured to have gotten my first call up to the Super Eagles team ahead of the World Cup qualifiers.
“Thanks to everyone for the support. Now, let’s get to work. It’s time to get the World Cup ticket for our fatherland,” Bankole wrote.
The two games are must-win fixtures for the Super Eagles, who have endured a torrid start to the World Cup qualifying campaign.
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